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The University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) focuses on teaching, research, and service with a large emphasis on preparing Northeast Louisiana for enhanced productive lives. In order to accomplish this, ULM's faculty and staff integrate these functions. Additionally, the research performed within ULM produces invention disclosures, patent filings, and licensing opportunities.

The Office of Sponsored Programs and Research (OSPR) is here to assist ULM's faculty and staff with the administration and transfer of technologies to the community. If you think you created a new invention, please complete the invention disclosure form and submit it to OSPR promptly.

The patent process requires accurate laboratory notebooks and institutional administration, so be sure you remember to follow the beast practices of:

Asking yourself if the research results are patentable because of their novel characteristics;

Report possible inventions to OSPR;

Do not discuss your confidential information with anyone unless OSPR executed a confidential disclosure agreement with the other party;

Having transferred material agreements negotiated by OSPR so that we can protect your intellectual property rights;

Keep quality accurate laboratory notebooks and remember to sign and date entries; and

Always feel free to contact OSPR to discuss patents, licenses, or other intellectual property matters.

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